{"product_id":"hertel-k008465as25-spiral-point-tap-3-8-24-unf-tin-hss","title":"Hertel K008465AS25 Spiral Point Tap 3\/8-24 Unf Tin Hss","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe HERTEL K008465AS25 is a spiral point plug tap designed for cutting right-hand internal threads in through-hole applications. Manufactured from high speed steel with a titanium nitride (TiN) coating, it produces 3\/8-24 UNF threads and is suited for production environments where chip ejection ahead of the tap is critical. The TiN finish increases surface hardness and reduces friction, extending tool life in steel, cast iron, and similar ferrous materials. With an H1 thread limit, it holds tight tolerances for close-fit thread classes. Three flutes provide efficient chip flow in most general-purpose through-hole tapping operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis tap is used in machine shop, maintenance, and fabrication environments where 3\/8-24 UNF threaded holes are required in through-hole workpieces. The plug chamfer style makes it suitable for starting in a hole and running through to full thread depth. It is appropriate for use in CNC machining centers, drill presses, and manual tapping operations. The spiral point geometry pushes chips forward rather than packing them behind the tap, making it especially effective in production tapping of ferrous materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3\/8-24 UNF thread form for fine-pitch through-hole applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh speed steel construction for durability in ferrous materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiN coating reduces friction and extends tool life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlug chamfer for easy starting and full through-hole threading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpiral point geometry ejects chips forward, preventing packing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eH1 thread limit for tight tolerance control on close-fit thread classes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a standard spiral point plug tap for through-hole tapping of 3\/8-24 UNF threads in compatible machine tool setups using straight or floating tap holders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis tap should be installed by a machinist or tool and die professional using a properly sized tap holder or floating chuck. Ensure the workpiece is securely fixtured and the pilot hole is drilled to the correct 3\/8-24 UNF tap drill diameter before beginning. Apply appropriate cutting fluid for the workpiece material to prevent galling and premature wear. Do not reverse the tap under power without confirming the machine setup supports it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3\/8-24\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e: UNF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Flutes\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChamfer Style\u003c\/strong\u003e: Plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Direction\u003c\/strong\u003e: Right Hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Limit\u003c\/strong\u003e: H1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.25 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShank Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.381 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: High Speed Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoating\/Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e: TiN (Titanium Nitride)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoolant Through\u003c\/strong\u003e: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.2 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: HERTEL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: K008465AS25\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"HERTEL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51728841605426,"sku":"K008465AS25","price":32.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/b4fd4bb7ad007639eec6f59f527cf189.jpg?v=1788696628","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/hertel-k008465as25-spiral-point-tap-3-8-24-unf-tin-hss","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}